Plan the machining.
Import your model. AutoCAM generates machining strategies, toolpaths, feeds and speeds. DFM analysis checks geometry, tool access and machining constraints before cutting.
DESKTOP CNC / A MORE CONNECTED WORKFLOW
ToolDance X1.
Make room for
your next idea.
From a digital model to a part you can hold. Desktop machining with automatic tool changes and a guided path to your first cut.
For makers, product designers and small workshops.
YOUR IDEAS. REAL MATERIALS.EXPLORE X1 ↓
1,500 W
PMSM spindle
24,000 RPM
Maximum spindle speed
9 tools
Automatic tool changer
±0.01 mm
Repeatability
01 / WHAT WILL YOU MAKE?
Ideas take shape.
In more than one material.
Prototype a component. Cut a custom fixture. Add depth to a decorative piece. Explore a machining platform for metal, wood and plastics—with tooling and settings matched to each job.
Official machining examples. Results depend on material, tooling, setup and any expansion modules used.
02 / FROM MODEL TO MATERIAL
A clearer path
to the first cut.
ToolDance Studio brings programming and setup guidance into one workflow, so you can spend more time developing your part and less time moving between disconnected steps.
Set up with guidance.
Follow visual workholding recommendations, position your stock and fixture, then use automatic probing to establish work offsets.
Move into making.
Run the prepared job with automatic tool changes. Add the optional coolant system for machining operations that need it.
Keep your CAM workflow.
Prefer familiar software? X1 supports third-party CAM workflows including Fusion 360, Siemens NX and Mastercam. Check supported post-processors and your intended operations before backing.
03 / THE MACHINE BEHIND THE IDEA
ToolDance X1.
Built to do the cutting.
Spindle power, working space and a rigid structure come together in an enclosed desktop format.
01 / SPINDLERough out the shape.
Rough out the shape.
Refine the details.
A 1,500W PMSM spindle reaches up to 24,000 RPM. Support for tool shanks up to 10 mm gives you room to choose cutters for roughing, drilling and finishing.
1,500 WUp to 24,000 RPM
02 / WORKING SPACE
Room for a real part.
The 400 × 265 × 180 mm work envelope accommodates fixtures, housings and multi-part setups. Plan around your stock, workholding and tool clearance—not just the finished dimensions.
400 × 265 × 180mm work envelope
03 / STRUCTUREA stable foundation
A stable foundation
for repeat work.
A reinforced cast-aluminum-alloy frame supports rigidity and vibration control. X1 specifies ±0.01 mm repeatability for returning to a position across repeated movements.
Repeatability is not a guarantee of finished-part dimensional accuracy. Tooling, material and setup also affect results.
04 / KEEP THE JOB MOVING
More operations.
Fewer manual changes.
The 9-tool automatic changer supports multi-operation jobs, with a dedicated 3D probe slot alongside the tool positions. Plan roughing, drilling and finishing as one connected sequence.
BUILD AROUND YOUR WORK
Expand when
the geometry calls for it.
Optional 4-axis and simultaneous 5-axis modules extend the ways you can approach a part. The 5-axis module supports complex surfaces and can reduce the need to re-clamp a workpiece.
Check configuration details ↓
4-axis expansion
Add rotary machining capability.
OPTIONAL MODULE
5-axis expansion
Approach complex geometry from more angles.
OPTIONAL MODULE
Flood cooling
Manage heat and chips during demanding cuts.
OPTIONAL MODULEExplore configurations
Check your chosen reward for included modules and accessories.
05 / SEE THE CONNECTED WORKFLOW
From planning the part
to changing the tool.
AutoCAM, guided setup and the 9-tool changer connect the steps between a model and a machined part. Get a closer look at ToolDance X1 in the creator’s introduction.
06 / A WORKSPACE THAT WORKS
Stay closer to the process.
An enclosed work area and on-machine controls help bring the machining workflow together at your bench.
Keep the cut in view.
A built-in camera lets you check machining progress remotely. The enclosure locks during machining to help prevent accidental access.
Control at the machine.
Use the built-in touchscreen to adjust parameters and monitor machining status directly on X1.
Plan for cleanup, too.
Optional dust collection and flood cooling modules address different machining needs. Choose the setup appropriate to your materials and follow the creator’s operating guidance.
07 / THE PRACTICAL DETAILS
Know your setup.
Then choose your X1.
Start with the parts you want to make. Match your material, workholding and machining requirements to the machine and optional modules.
See current Kickstarter rewards- Spindle
- 1,500W PMSM; up to 24,000 RPM
- Work envelope
- 400 × 265 × 180 mm
- Repeatability
- ±0.01 mm
- Tool changing
- 9-tool ATC + dedicated 3D probe slot
- Tool shank support
- Up to 10 mm
- Machine structure
- Reinforced cast-aluminum-alloy frame
- Software workflow
- ToolDance Studio with AutoCAM and DFM analysis
- CAM compatibility
- Fusion 360, Siemens NX, Mastercam and more
- Multi-axis expansion
- Optional 4-axis and simultaneous 5-axis modules
- Cooling & dust management
- Optional modules; check reward contents
Confirm final specifications, compatible tooling, software requirements and package contents on Kickstarter before pledging.
08 / BEFORE YOU BACK
A few good questions.
Who is ToolDance X1 for?
X1 is aimed at makers, product designers and small workshops looking to machine physical parts from digital models. Consider your intended materials, part sizes, workholding and experience when deciding whether it fits your workspace.
Does the base machine include five-axis machining?
Five-axis machining requires the optional expansion module. A separate four-axis module is also offered. Review the exact reward and add-ons you select; do not assume either module is included.
What does ±0.01 mm repeatability mean?
Repeatability describes how consistently the machine can return to a position. It is different from the dimensional accuracy of a finished part, which also depends on tooling, material, workholding, calibration and machining conditions.
Can I use the CAM software I already know?
X1 supports workflows with Fusion 360, Siemens NX, Mastercam and other CAM software. Confirm post-processor support, licensing and compatibility with your intended operations. ToolDance Studio also provides AutoCAM and setup guidance.
Does AutoCAM remove the need to learn machining?
AutoCAM and setup guidance help with programming and preparation, but material selection, secure workholding, suitable cutters and safe operation still matter. Review the operating requirements and creator guidance before starting a job.
Are coolant and dust collection included?
Flood cooling and chip management, and dust collection and filtration, are offered as optional modules. Package contents vary by reward. Select the configuration that suits your material and intended process.
Where can I check delivery, shipping and support?
Visit the Kickstarter campaign for current reward contents, shipping destinations, taxes, estimated delivery and creator support terms. Review the risks and latest updates before pledging. Crowdfunding rewards and delivery dates are not guaranteed.
FROM THE NEXT SKETCH TO THE NEXT PART
Give your next idea
a place to take shape.
Explore ToolDance X1, compare the configurations and find the current campaign details on Kickstarter.
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